Red Camellia Lucky Cat

This is a home decoration in the shape of a cat beckoning with a forepaw. An adorable, hand-sized lucky cat in a cute pose is made by Kokuzou Kiln. It features beautiful watercolor-like paintings and elegant designs that blend in with the modern lifestyle.      

With its gentle facial expression, this lucky cat makes you happy every time you see it in your daily life. It has a design of a camellia which has a meaning of warding off bad luck. The Japanese character for "beckon" is depicted on the lucky cat. The bell on the collar is painted in gold, giving the sense of a celebratory mood. The red collar tied in a bow on the back of the cat is also very charming.

A lucky cat grants different wishes depending on which of its paws is raised. The left paw raised is said to invite people, while the right paw raised is to usher in money and good fortune. 

Kokuzou Kiln

"Pottery is part of our life"
Kokuzou Kiln has the unique texture and warmth of pottery, the charms of hand-painting, and the comfortable shape to use. It is one of the few kilns in the Kutani ware industry to have an integrated production system, where everything from forming the base material to painting and firing is done in-house.

Their kiln is at the foot of the Mt. Kokuzou in Ishikawa prefecture. The name "Kokuzou kiln" is also derived from the name of a bodhisattva who possesses vast and boundless wisdom and virtue like the Grate Void(universal view in the old ages of China). As the name implies, Kokuzou kiln aim to create gracious and beautiful pottery.

Kutani ware is a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture and it has a history of over 350 years. It is characterized by the heavy brilliance of the five colors of green, yellow, red, purple, and navy blue that are applied to the bold and daring lines. Its long history has evolved through the tireless efforts and enthusiasm of people who have sought innovation while maintaining tradition.

The beauty of the various styles and methods of painting is known as "Japan Kutani" and is highly regarded around the world.